Santaluces Defeats Spanish River 4-1

HIGH SCHOOLS - SOCCER

BOCA RATON — For the first time in four years, Santaluces (7-5-4) defeated Spanish River 4-1 in a battle of District 9-6A powerhouses Wednesday evening.

``This was a very important game for us,'' coach Jayson Chung said. ``We haven't beaten any of the big teams like Wellington and River, so this was a big win.''

Sophomore Vladimir Cherislin scored two goals and added an assist for the Chiefs. Senior Edvard Pierre had one goal and one assist; Javier Garcia added a goal.

``Our strong point all season has been our defense. My two seniors, Kevin Roberts and Phillip Parpard, have been the stronghold all year long,'' Chung said.

Sophomore goalkeeper Alex Figuero-Gomez had 14 saves, holding Spanish River to just one goal.

Ryan Eggleston scored for Spanish River (17-3-1).

St. Thomas 3, Martin County 0: Sheldon Barnes scored a pair of goals and Drew Ducker added another for the Raiders (22-2-1). Corey Martignetti, Lawrence Ansaroff and Alex Palamara provided assists. Goalkeeper Jeremy Flint made four saves to earn his 12th shutout. Martin County is 13-6-4.

Palm Beach Gardens 1, Jupiter 0: Kelli Partridge's goal off Audra Murphy's assist early in the second period lifted the Gators. Goalkeeper Shelby McAlexander made 15 saves to earn her second shutout. Palm Beach Gardens is 9-9-1; Jupiter is 11-8-4.